by the Rev. Roger Bowen
Fast from pessimism; feast on optimism.
Fast from criticism; feast on praise.
Fast from self-pity; feast on joy.
Fast from bitterness; feast on forgiveness.
Fast from idle gossip; feast on purposeful silence.
Fast from jealousy; feast on love.
Fast from discouragement; feast on hope.
Fast from complaining; feast on appreciation.
Fast from selfishness; feast on service.
Fast from Fear; feast on faith.
Fast from anger; feast on patience.
Fast from concern; feast on compassion from others.
Fast from discontent; feast on gratitude
HT to Danielle Strickland(again!) for pointing me in the direction of this Lent Meditation
Hi John, thanks as always for the encouragement - it's nice to be missed?!
ReplyDeleteThanks also for the meditation, we're starting an experiment with 'table church' tomorrow and the meditation is something I reckon we can use.
(I think we robbed ourselves against the Irish! Maybe next year!)
You're very welcome mate.
ReplyDeleteWe must have a ruby some time!
Challenging stuff. Thanks
ReplyDeleteGod bless ya
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